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$68,735$33 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 70How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $12,500 on Nov 20, 2018

1557 PARK AVE SE

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52403
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,066 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$69K
$48K low$90K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,500 · Nov 20, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,408 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$102,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$102,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$102,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyLinn
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 336 ft²Porch · 49 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Johnson STEAM AcademyF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
McKinley STEAM AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Cedar Rapids Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52403These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,841
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.892 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,627
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,272
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1557 Park Ave Se measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Cedar Rapids 52403
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cedar Rapids 52403
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Wellington Heights
  • Among the smallest lots in Linn County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Linn County

What homes are worth in Cedar Rapids 52403

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$80K$919K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Cedar Rapids 52403.

How it measures up in Cedar Rapids 52403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cedar Rapids 52403.

Estimated value$68,735
CheaperTypical $218,847Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$33
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,066 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1557 Park Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellington HeightsCedar Rapids 52403Linn County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,7353% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,066 ft²86% of homes77% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²13% of homes3% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than191573% of homes18% of homes11% of homes

About 1557 Park Ave Se

How much is 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is $68,735 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $47,833 to $89,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sell?

1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA last sold on Nov 20, 2018 for $12,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,066 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA built?

1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA is assigned to Johnson STEAM Academy (elementary), rated F; McKinley STEAM Academy (middle), rated C-; Washington High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Cedar Rapids Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA compare to other homes in Cedar Rapids 52403?

Among the 10,163 homes in Cedar Rapids 52403, it is worth more than almost none of them ($68,735 against a typical $218,847), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($33 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,066 ft² against a typical 1,485 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1915 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Linn County, it is worth more than almost no homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1557 Park Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA was $1,408. The county assessed it at $102,100.

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